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Flag of Chile

The "La Estrella Solitaria"

South America
20.2M
1817
Flag of Chile
CL | 2:3

Official Palette

Symbolism

The blue square represents the sky and the Pacific Ocean. The white band represents the snow-covered Andes, and the red band represents the blood spilled to achieve independence. The lone white star is a guide to progress and honor.

History

Known as 'La Estrella Solitaria' (The Lone Star), it was adopted on October 18, 1817. It predates the flag of Texas (which has a similar design).

Construction

A 2:3 ratio. Two unequal horizontal bands of white and red. A blue square the same height as the white band sits at the hoist, containing a white five-pointed star.

Color Meanings

blue: The sky and the Pacific Ocean
white: The snow-capped Andes Mountains
red: The blood shed for independence
white-star: A guide to progress, honor, and national unity

Country Facts

Population
20.2M

4.6% of South America

Capital
Santiago
Languages
Spanish
Continent
South America
Subregion
Southern Cone
Landlocked
No
Borders
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ISO 3166-1
CL

Flag Identification

Adopted
October 18, 1817
Designer
Antonio Arcos
Proportions

2:3 (≈1.500)

23
Total Colors
3
Primary Layout
Horizontal bands
Key Symbols
Canton, Stars

Influences

Stars and Stripes of the United States

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Flag Protocol

  • The star must be centered in the blue square
  • Must be displayed by all private and public buildings on national holidays

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